Recreation area

Ringing Rocks

Bureau of Land Management · Butte · Montana — managed by Bureau of Land Management

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

This unique geological formation is located approximately 18 miles east of Butte and north of I-90. The rocks in this unique geologic area chime when tapped with a hammer.

Getting there

Take Exit 241 (Pipestone) from I-90 and travel east on a gravel road (parallels interstate) for about three-fourths of a mile, then turn north on a gravel road, cross the railroad tracks and continue north for approximately 3.5 miles. A high clearance vehicle is necessary.

Contact
406-533-7600

Activities

  • HIKING
  • HORSEBACK RIDING
  • PHOTOGRAPHY

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.